Diary: Power to Press On…

November 5, 2009 in Development with 3 Comments

We have finally transitioned into our new home and have wi-fi…woo hoo!  It only took about a month.

Alot of my time has been spent making this new house a home for my wife and boys and I feel like I have accomplished that goal… (three pats on the back for me) I can honestly say that even though our new place is not like our former home, there is much more peace here.  After four moves in seven months, I am glad to just finally be done with all of the lifting, painting, purchasing, cleaning, and organizing.

I am taking it all in stride though.  Everything in this first year has been a lesson for me.  I can see the hand of God in all things these past few months, even in what seems to be like delays and distractions.  I am really learning alot about myself, trust, patience, perserverance, faith, and all of those other life lessons we might love to skip out on if possible.

What always keeps me pressing forward, besides the grace of God and my awesome family and friends, is the cool things that are happening in the lives of Thai people around us.  Here are a few recent things:

-New believers are being baptized,

-People are hearing the Gospel for the very first time…ever,

-University students from other nations are being saved,

-Prisoners are experiencing the freedom of Jesus,

-Doors of opportunity are opening in new villages,

-Wisdom for new outreaches is being received,

-Thai People are testifying of God doing miracles for them, and

-Underground believers in a restricted nation are being encouraged in practical ways.

So for these reasons and more, we continue to press on for the hope what is yet to come for this place.

What is it that has motivated you and driven you through the difficult times of transition in your own life?  I would love to hear…

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About John Lambert: I write to give you a window into my world and challenge you to not only believe the radical missional claims of Jesus Christ, but also to view faith in Him through a global perspective. Everything is up for discussion, so leave a comment after you check the comment policy. I live in Northern Thailand with my awesome wife and two sons. Thanks for joining in. Peace.

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3 Responses to “Diary: Power to Press On…”

  1. Sherri D. November 5, 2009 at 1:58 pm #

    I can certainly empathize with you, John. We’ve been missionaries here in Costa Rica for just almost two years now. While we have not had to move, paint, set up home again like you have, at 46, I was diagnosed with cancer and underwent major surgery while on the field; my Mom just died a couple of months ago; our oldest daughter got married. The thing that keeps us going is written about in 2 Cor. 4. There’s so many verses in this chapter that remind us that it has never been about us; reminding us that what we “see” today is gone tomorrow and that eternity matters most; that He has allowed us to join Him in ministry, not that He needs us; and that because of His grace we should not give up! We will keep you and your family in our prayers and continue to trust with you that He will sustain you as you continue to work expectantly for Him!

  2. spreadtheflame November 6, 2009 at 1:47 am #

    Thank you for your kind words Sherri. Your words are on point and come from true experience. God bless you as you continue to serve our King…he is worthy!!

  3. Karen November 9, 2009 at 3:56 am #

    Thanks for the update John! I love seeing how God is moving in Thailand (and all around the world). I just moved this weekend and it was the first time in 2 1/2 years for me. I am really feeling for you having done it so many times in the year or so!

    I keep pressing on in difficult times because I know God is calling me to bigger things. I know that in following Him, there will be hard times and there will be trials. But I also know His strength will always be sufficient.

    I noticed the previous comment from someone in Costa Rica. I will be there again in March! We are going back to the same place I was in June :)

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